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San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

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Four Spanish frontier missions, part of a colonization system that stretched across the Sanish Southwest in the 17th, 18th, 19th centuries, are preserved here. They include Missions San Jose, San Juan, Esapda, and Concepcion. The park containing many cultural sites along with some natural areas, was established in 1978. It is about 819 acres in size.


Contact Information

2202 Roosevelt Ave
San Antonio, TX 78210-4919
(210)534-8833 - Headquarters
(210)932-1001 - Visitor Information
(210)534-8875x258 - Education Coordinator
(210)932-1002x223 - Volunteer Coordinator
(210)922-7152 - Visitor Information


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Getting There

By Plane
San Antonio is service by San Antonio International Airport and Stinson Municipal Airport.

By Car
From Downtown:Proceed south on St. Mary's Street, which will turn into Roosevelt Avenue. Continue south to the 3300 block of Roosevelt, where it intersects with New Napier Avenue. Turn left. You will see the park visitor center on the left.

From Interstate 37:Exit at West Southcross Boulevard. Proceed west on Southcross to Roosevelt Avenue. Turn left and proceed south on Roosevelt until it intersects with New Napier Avenue. Turn left. You will see the park Visitor Center on your left.

From Interstate 10:Exit at Probandt Street and follow the National Park Service signs to Mission Concepcion. Park rangers will provide detailed information about routes to the remaining missions and sites.

By Plane
City bus service (VIA) Route 42 travels north and south on Roosevelt Avenue. The stop at Roosevelt and New Napier is within easy walking distance to the park Visitor Center and Mission San Jose.

Getting Around
Roadways connect each site in this mostly urban park. The Mission Trails project, presently under construction, includes a hike and bike trail, and driving route from downtown to Espada, the southernmost mission site in the park. Some sections of the trail and are presently open and parallel the San Antonio Rivir in some places.

Weather

Sunny, with humid, rainy periods thoughout the year. Mild winters. Summers are hot and humid. Wear comfortable sportswear and walking shoes.


Activities

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  • Biking
  • Educational Programs
  • Hiking
  • Bird Watching
  • Nature Walks

Recommended Activities
Sight-seeing at the historical sites; observing plants and wildlife on the San Juan Nature Trail; hiking/biking; picnicking at designated areas along the San Antonio River; birdwatching.


 
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